Foreign investors strive to enter the US market, and it’s not hard to see why. The country offers equal opportunities for foreign business owners, boasts a strong economy, and provides financial advantages to investors in select regions. However, going through the business immigration process is easier said than done. An experienced business immigration lawyer may provide the guidance you need when dealing with immigration issues in the United States.
How to stay ahead of recent law developments
- Be prepared for investigations
As an employer, you are responsible for verifying the identity and employment authorization of your employees through Form I-9. It is expected that I-9 audits will continue to increase, which means you must be prepared to face potential investigations and avoid I-9 compliance issues.
There are several steps you can take to ensure compliance, such as:
- Securing a complete and up-to-date Form I-9 for every applicable employee
- Properly storing records
- Correcting technical errors
- Tracking employee immigration status to ensure that re-verification is done on time
Additionally, for companies with H-1B or L-1 employees, site visits from the Office of Fraud Detection and National Security (FDNS) are a possibility. In this case, it’s best to prepare your employees for potential questioning regarding their job responsibilities, salary, educational background, and location of employment.
- Evaluate your needs
With the continuous changes to business immigration laws, your team must be able to keep up with the increasing volume of work. Make sure you have enough staff—including such as HR specialists, paralegals, and business immigration lawyers—to handle immigration matters.
- Stay updated
Many immigration regulation changes occur at the federal level, but new immigration laws may still vary between states and localities. For example, Arkansas, which has a high rate of unauthorized immigrants, has stricter laws compared to states with relatively low immigration rates.
Make sure you keep up with the immigration changes at all levels, as well as the regulations within your specific industry.
Are you looking for more guidance regarding business immigration in the United States? Don’t hesitate to contact us at Berd & Klauss, PLLC. We specialize in US immigration for companies and individuals, offering high-quality legal assistance locally and internationally.
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